CVE-2016-8972
UnknownEPSS 1.38%
Last modified
CVE-2016-8972 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM AIX 6.1, 7.1, and 7.2 could allow a local user to gain root privileges using a specially crafted command within the bellmail client. IBM APARs: IV91006, IV91007, IV91008, IV91010, IV91011.. EPSS estimates a 1.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM AIX 6.1, 7.1, and 7.2 could allow a local user to gain root privileges using a specially crafted command within the bellmail client. IBM APARs: IV91006, IV91007, IV91008, IV91010, IV91011.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Aix | 6.1 |
| Ibm | Aix | 7.1 |
| Ibm | Aix | 7.2 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.0.0 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.0.10 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.0.11 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.0.12 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.0.13 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.1.0 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.1.1 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.1.3 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.1.4 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.1.5 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.1.6 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.1.7 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.1.8 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.2.0 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.2.1 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.2.2 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.2.3 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.2.4 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.2.6 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.2.70 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.3.0 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.3.1 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.3.2 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.3.3 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.3.4 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.3.50 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.3.51 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.3.52 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.3.60 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.3.70 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.3.80 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.4.0 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.4.10 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.4.21 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.4.22 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.4.23 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.4.30 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.5.0 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.5.10 |
References
- http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/bellmail_advisory.ascMitigation, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94979Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/bellmail_advisory.ascMitigation, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94979Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-8972?
IBM AIX 6.1, 7.1, and 7.2 could allow a local user to gain root privileges using a specially crafted command within the bellmail client. IBM APARs: IV91006, IV91007, IV91008, IV91010, IV91011.
How severe is CVE-2016-8972?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-8972 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8972?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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